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The RNLI water safety team Ireland will be sharing safety tips on how to stay safe in and around water during the festive dipping season. The RNLI water safety team in the Ireland Region are hosting two FREE to attend online webinars for anyone intending to take part in festive dips over the coming holiday season, to help them stay safe swimming or dipping. Preregistration is essential and the webinars will take place on Thursday the 4th and 11th of December, 8 PM – 9 PM. It is the same...
Please Our annual Big Chrismas breakfast will take place in The Strand on Saturday December 13th at 11am i. If you would like to sign up, just send a message to Aideen Byrne (or use contact us form) and let us know if you will be coming on your own or with a guest by December 5th. Further details, including the price, to follow soon. We will have a raffle on the day with pletny of exciting prizes! We hope you can join us for the festivities on the 13th!...
Thanks to those who attended our AGM on Monday November 24th 2025 at the Haven Hotel. Whilst we had a relatively small turnout we reached the required quota of members and were very glad to welcome swimmers who are regularly on the beach and in the pool with DESC. DESC welcomed two new members to our Committee: Bryan O’Donnell - who joined us a few months ago and was fully endorsed last evening. Noeleen Donnelly - a regular swimmer at Saturday Members Time Both Bryan and Noeleen live in Dunmore...
We are delighted to congratulate and extend our heartfelt thanks to Cian Cabrera-Pinto for his incredible performance at the Celtic Open Masters held at Ireland’s National Aquatic Centre this past weekend. Cian, who serves as a club lifeguard and teacher, showcased exceptional skill and determination, bringing home three gold medals in the following events: 100m Freestyle 100m Breaststroke 50m Butterfly This remarkable achievement is a testament to Cian’s dedication to the sport and his commitment to excellence. His success not only reflects his personal hard work but also inspires everyone...
Cancelled due to storm! There will be a Safety Talk given by Lee Broaders of Dunmore East SUP and Yoga, at Members’ Time on Saturday 22th November. Lee will cover Tides, using the Slip and how to read the Swells coming in as well as General Safety.
�� Save the Date! Dunmore East Swim Club will be hosting its Annual General Meeting on: �� Monday, 24th November 2025 �� Time: 19:00 �� Location: The Haven, Dunmore East Please review the below documents in advance of the forthcoming AGM. AGM'25 Agenda AGM'25 Covering letter to members AGM'25 Chairperson's Report AGM'25 Secretary's Report AGM'25 Year 4 Financial Report Summary of DESC Survey Results Sept 2025 Draft Minutes AGM'24 Kind Regards, Gaye Heffernan Club Secretary
The DESC membership year begins on September 1, in line with Swim Ireland. If you're already a member, renewal is quick and easy. Renewals are already open at Dunmore East Swim Club - Join the club, so feel free to renew now and help us save on admin costs! For the 2025–2026 season, we’ve made a small and we hope reasonable adjustment to the Under 65 years membership fee: • Adult Membership (up to age 64): €60 (Swim Ireland increased their club fee in 2024 and again this year.) •...
The Dunmore East Swim Club team has prepared the following events for Q3 2025. Swike (Swim + Hike) Crotty's lake Assamble at Mahon Bridge car park at 11:30. Good hike footwear essential. Not a tough climb - just one gate to get over. Lunch in you back pack. Sign up with Oonagh SWALK (Swim + Walk): From Shanoon Car Park to Ballymacaw and back, with swims at three main coves. - First SWALK: Saturday morning, August 9th – led by Bill Murphy. Text Bill to sign up and get further...
Dunmore East Swim Club and Waterford Sports Partnership are thrilled to announce the summer program: Men's Sea Swim Sessions. These classes will be led by qualified Swim Ireland teachers and coaches. Who is eligible Adult Men; with access to Dunmore East. No upper age limit Men who cannot swim or who have little confidence in sea swimming. Men who can swim but need more sea confidence and improved technique. Both Improver and Advanced. *Membership of Dunmore East Swim Club not necessary Programme and Objectives Two Blocks: Block One – 5...
